Q+A: What alternatives do we have to counter plastic waste?
As the quest to combat plastic pollution continues, new research has explored the potential for developing environmentally friendly alternatives to plastic, like sulphur polymers. Olivia Holdsworth spoke to scientist Dr. Justin Chalker about his latest research and...
Can reforestation help reverse the extinction crisis?
By Jonah Busch Reforestation can help reverse not one but two planetary crises, according to new research from the Earth Innovation Research. Reforestation can help reverse not one but two planetary crises. Reforestation offers one of the best ways to remove carbon...
Q+A: Why are the numbers of insects in fast decline?
Why are the numbers of insects in fast decline? What does it mean for our food supply and our long term survival? Scientists say climate change is not the only reason. Maria Armoudian speaks with Andrew Dopheide about the current plight of our insect population....
Is El Niño becoming stronger?
By Mandy Freund, Ben Henley, David Karoly, Helen McGregor & Nerilie Abram El Niño has rapidly become stronger and stranger, according to new research involving coral records. The pattern of El Niño has changed dramatically in recent years, according to the first...
Are we equipped to protect our ecosystems in an age of global species extinction?
By Wendy Nelson The recently released Global Assessment from the United Nations’ Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services is a wake-up call to all of us. The report presents overwhelming evidence of deteriorating conditions in...
Q+A: Could ditching cars make us healthier?
A recent report from a team of researchers based at the University of Otago has found that our use of cars is harming both our health and our environment. The report, titled Turning the Tide, claims that urgent steps are needed to encourage New Zealanders to walk,...
Has climate change led to an increase in mosquitoes?
By Max Levy Bugs like it hot and evolve faster when there’s lots of carbon dioxide, meaning more mosquitoes, according to Max Levy. We often think of climate change in terms of extreme weather, but the impacts of global warming will extend far beyond natural...
How do microplastics interfere with our marine ecosystems?
By Julie Anne Hope Julie Anne Hope discusses how microplastics are interfering with our marine ecosystems. We are now living in an age of plastic and really struggling to deal with the plastic waste we produce globally as it is extremely durable and does not degrade....
Who is leading the way to zero carbon?
By Pep Canadell, Corinne Le Quere, Glen Peters, Jan Ivar Korsbakken & Robbie Andrew Eighteen countries from developed economies have had declining carbon dioxide emissions from fossil fuels for at least a decade. While every nation is unique, they share some...Subscribe by Email
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